Volda

Volda is experiencing significant grid infrastructure development with major 132kV and 420kV transmission upgrades alongside small-scale hydro projects.

Active Queue

Production

0 MW

Consumption

0 MW

Cases

0

Active Concessions

Production

1.4 MW

Consumption

2.5 MW

Cases

10

Overview

The municipality shows strong energy infrastructure activity with 10 active concession cases focused primarily on grid modernization and expansion. Major transmission projects include the strategic 420kV Ørskog-Sogndal line and comprehensive 132kV network upgrades, while small hydro developments add local renewable capacity.

Recent Activity

Recent activity includes ongoing applications for temporary construction power infrastructure supporting the Tussa II power plant development, with multiple provisional grid connections being processed since March 2026.

Key Substations

Tomasgard transformatorstasjonBø transformatorstasjonLeivdal transformatorstasjonØrskog transformatorstasjonÅmela transformatorstasjon

Outlook

Strong prospects driven by major transmission infrastructure upgrades that will enhance regional grid capacity and reliability. The strategic location along key transmission corridors positions Volda well for future energy project connections and regional power distribution.

Grid Infrastructure
Hydropower